Ashley & Jake | Morton Arboretum Wedding

I will try not to gush, but I might have a hard time. I just fell for these two. They could not take their eyes off of one another and would get so wrapped up in each other's presence. They had a quiet, content happiness on their day. It was such a joy to watch and document. You two are why we do what we do. Remember Ashley and Jake from their snowy winter engagement at the Morton Arboretum? Ashley purposely wanted their engagement session and wedding photos to be in the same location in different season.

Can't hide happiness.

Creative wedding photography in chicago

Bride and Mother

Bride getting ready in Chicago

Sunshine & bridesmaids

Father of Bride

Eric was over with the guys as they got ready and shared a pre-wedding brew together!

Dad & Groom on wedding day

Untraditional Family Photos at wedding

29

Modern Groom

Groom having drink with groomsmen

First looks are so amazing! Jake and Ashley had a wonderful time in the lush green of Morton Arboretum being alone and soaking it all in. Photo below by Eric.

First Look Outdoors

Morton Arboretum Wedding

Emotional Chicago IL Wedding Photography

Garden Wedding in Midwest

Photojournalistic wedding photography

Emotional Chicago Wedding Photography

Bride Portrait in Morton Arboretum

Bride & Groom at Morton Arboretum

Outdoor Chicago Wedding Photography

Garden party Chicago Wedding

Bride in Garden , Chicago

Garden Wedding Photography

Their wedding day was a hot day in July, so their wedding programs were fans!

Bride & bridesmaids at Morton Arboretum

Bridal Party in Morton Arboretum

Small wedding at Morton Arboretum

Eric caught this lovely moment of Ashley's Dad walking her down the aisle.

Dad walking bride down aisle

Morton Arboretum Wedding Ceremony

Outdoor wedding ceremony in Chicago

Garden Wedding Ceremony in Chicago

Just announced husband and wife. Its official!

Emotional Wedding Photography in Chicago

Creative Wedding Photography in Chicago

Their garden party reception was classic and elegant.

Reception details at Morton Arboretum

Simple Clean Garden Wedding Reception

Their wedding favors were seed packets of wildflowers!

Mr. & Mrs. Placecard

Elegant Chicago Garden Wedding Reception

Elegant White Reception Flowers

Toasts at wedding reception

Couple First Dance at Reception

First Dance at Morton Arboretum

Ashley had a wonderful connection with her Dad. It was touching for all to watch the special relationship they share.

Daughter Dance

Dance with Dad at wedding reception

Then the party got started!

22

6

5

They honored Ashley's parents with an Anniversary Dance to their song.... it was so touching to see the love in both the brand new marriage and the one that has traveled together for the last 30+ years. ( if my memory serves me properly)

7

A huge congratulations to Ashley and Jake!! We had such a wonderful day with you and celebrated along with your family and friends. When we left we chatted all the way back to city about the love you two shared, the small glances we observed back and forth between you and how much fun both Eric and I had. We think you two are quite special and wish you the best!